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10.28.2015

This weekend was full of fun!
We enjoyed several local fall activities including a old town pumpkin glow with old friends that recently relocated to St. Louis also. Too bad it was too dark for any photo ops! We also enjoyed a family day at our local pumpkin patch  and trick or treating at Grandma's office! We had a wonderful weekend followed by a not so wonderful Sunday night. Kensington had some difficulty breathing from Croup which landed us in the ER and didn't get home until 4:30 AM. 
Here is a photo dump of sorts of our pumpkin picking and trick or treating weekend. 












Happy Hump Day!

Family Fun in September

10.21.2015


I mentioned here about how busy we have been lately and blogging just fell through the cracks!

The end of September was super fun with lots of family activities. 
My guy celebrated his 10 year college reunion which had us traveling from Missouri to Indiana. 
His little bitty college town and alma mater have burrowed a special place into my heart over the years. It was such a special occasion to go back for Homecoming and to cheer on the Fighting Engineers with our little ones.
Clearly the Zabies were totally into the game! 


These two little ladies managed to keep themselves entertained without any electronic devices for three hours at supper (with the exception of the last 15 minutes).


These three chatted over coffee (the girls had milk). 


Our hotel was all decked out welcoming Rose Hulman alumni. 
We took this photo as we were heading out to go back home. 

As soon as we got home we celebrate a friend's birthday and a gymnastics center. 




Later in the month the Zabies had their 2 year well check. 


This was our view when the doctor finished his check-up and left the room. 
They screamed and cried because it was over. We enthusiastically told them that the nurse would be in soon to give them a shot and they perked right up. Both girls sat patiently for their shot and even thanked the nurse for giving them a shot but never shed a tear. #mindblown!

We celebrated brave little ones with some Frozen Yogurt!

The next day we went to the BBQ Bash in our neighboring town. 
We had a Blast!!!
These two LOVE funnel cakes just as much as their mommy! I mean festivals and fairs are just for funnel cakes, right!?


They had a live band doing awesome covers of some favorite Jazz hits and the Zabies danced their hearts out!



That about covers our September family activities. 


Other things that have happened since being away + coming soon:





Weekending with the Zabeks

8.03.2015

This weekend was on point! 
We literally spent the entire weekend by the pool or playing. 

Saturday morning was spent with laundry basket rides around the house. 
The Zabies now want us to do everything they do. 
So Daddy got to ride in the basket too!

Snuggling on the couch was a must! 

Then we headed to the pool. 
How to wrangle twins in the pool?
This Daddy does it Super Hero Style!


Sunday was a day of playing and picnics.
We picked up road side BBQ on the way to the park and picnicked while enjoying this beautiful view. 



Then we played in the water at the splash pad.
While the Zabies napped we prepped supper so that we could enjoy it by the pool. 

This weekend was the first "normal" weekend we have had since we moved to our new home. 
There were no errand running, no grocery shopping, no hair appointments and no pre-arranged events.
It was amazingly perfect and I wish I could rewind and start it all over again. 

Weeklong Wrap-up!

7.27.2015

Last week was another busy, busy week. Is it crazy that I'm looking forward to Fall and Winter so that our schedules slow down? 
We took evening walks- that have changed quiet a bit. Now the girls walk with us or relax in the wagon if they get tired (our neighborhood is quiet hilly). 

We decorated pizzas for lunch. 


I drove to Cincinnati, Ohio to meet up with one of my dear friends from CNY. 
It was SO good to see her.
Definitely good for my soul. 

When I returned the next day this was a normal sight to see. 
Quinny wouldn't let me out of her sight!

Of course this is a normal thing in our house. 
Every evening when Josh does his push-ups Kensington + Quinn decide to help him out by adding weight to his workout!

Saturday I got my hair done with a new gal that I really like a lot and later that night Josh and I went to a dinner party.
It was the first time his parents have babysat the girls. 
I think it's safe to say that it was a success. 


Sunday was a family day of running errands and shopping. 

We checked out two local outlet malls. 
We got new curtains at the Restoration Hardware Outlet for our dining room.
I also made a quick stop at the Gap Kids Outlet (I am thrilled about this store) and picked up some new socks for the Zabies. 



We also made stops a Lowe's and Costco. 
See all of that yogurt? 
We just calculated it and are going through 7 or 8 cups per day!
Josh- 3
Myself- 1
Kensington- 2
Quinn- 2
That's 8 folks! 
It's insane but the girls currently love to eat one or two cups a piece as part of their lunch or a snack, Josh eats it for snacks throughout the day at work, and I have one for an afternoon snack. 

Sunday afternoon we promised the girls to go to the pool after supper. 
As soon as we finished the supper clean-up they were asking for the "pool" and "wawa."
The minute we walked in the gate you could hear a rumble in the clouds. 
It thundered. What does thunder mean at a neighborhood pool?
 No swimming for 20 minutes.
Yeah, right! 
Try explaining that to a 2 year old!
We went home and tried to make it up with a bubble bath. 
Daddy was in charge of the bath while Mommy prepped some lunch stuff for the week...
...and this is what happened!


 I got the biggest chuckle out of this sight!
I think it is safe to say that bubbles and a jacuzzi tub does not mix well. 



They could have been lost in there!


Needless to say they were both popped into the shower to rinse all of the bubbles off!

Thanks, Daddy! Bubble baths will never be the same!

Do you have any funny bubble stories? I'd love to hear about them. 

Happy Monday y'all! 
I hope this week is full of fun and laughter as the summer comes to an end for many of our friends and family in the south and mid-west!

Summer 2015 Bucket List

6.17.2015

Summer is here in full force! 
We went from cool to hot in a matter of a few days. 
Although we have been getting a lot of rain the weather has still be decent enough to spend afternoons at the pool and mornings at the park. 
The girl's current age is probably my favorite so far. 
They have the cutest personalities, love to do everything I do and are full of enthusiasm!

Since the official 1st day of summer is just around the corner I decided to put together our summer bucket list.


 Summer 2015 Bucket List
  1. Annual Zabek Family Vacation
  2. Annual Franklin Family Vacation
  3. Biennial Zabek Family Reunion
  4. Spend 4th of July in Georgia
  5. Visit Dietzman's in Minnesota
  6. Meet up with Stacy for a day trip to Cincinnati
  7. Date my husband
  8. Friday night pizza at the pool
  9. Go back to CNY for a visit & Go to Brantley concert with Stacy
  10. Visit the St. Louis Zoo
  11. Go to the Kimmswick Strawberry Festival
  12. Visit Grant's Farm
  13. Visit the Gateway to the West
  14. Visit Purina Farms
  15. Visit as many St. Louis County Parks as possible and rank them according to favorites
  16. Swim Lessons for the girls
  17. Dance Classes for the girls
  18. Celebrate Phil and Susan's marriage in Breckenridge, CO. 
  19. Celebrate Kensington + Quinn on their birthday as a family of 4 
  20. Celebrate Kensington + Quinn turning TWO with family
  21. Have 2 Year old photos taken
  22. Meet our new niece upon her arrival
  23. Celebrate my 30th Birthday 
  24. Celebrate Josh's 10 year homecoming reunion 

I'm sure I will be adding to this list as the summer progresses.
We have so many fun things planned and can't wait to share it all with you. 

Of course, I can't make a post without adding some photos of adorable toddler twins in tutus!




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